Rankings
The Diablo Steel Demon Carbide Teeth Reciprocating Saw Blade is engineered for extreme thick metal cutting with TiCo Hi-Density carbide teeth that offer up to 50X longer life than standard bi-metal blades. It features an aggressive 8 TPI design and a stable 1-inch blade height for fast, clean cuts through high-strength alloys and cast iron. Best suited for professional contractors tackling thick metals like conduit or structural pipe in demolition or fabrication.
The Freud LU88R010 is a high-performance 10-inch thin kerf circular saw blade designed for smooth, fine-finish crosscuts in hardwoods and plywood. Its 60 ATB teeth and 15° hook angle enable faster feed rates and smoother cuts, while the thin kerf design reduces power draw significantly. It is best suited for hobbyists with underpowered saws and professionals requiring chip-free crosscuts.
The GoYonder 4.5 Inch Super Thin Diamond Tile Blade is a high-performance cutting tool designed for precision, chip-free cuts on porcelain and ceramic tiles. Its super thin mesh rim and extended diamond matrix coating allow for faster cutting speeds and longer service life across various hard materials. It is best suited for professional tile contractors and DIYers requiring reliable performance in both wet and dry environments.
The Dremel MM485B is a high-performance carbide flush-cutting blade designed for oscillating multi-tools, offering exceptional durability and speed in tough materials. Its primary limitation is incompatibility with plastics and ferrous metals, restricting its use to specific renovation tasks. It is best suited for professional renovators and contractors who require long-lasting blades for hard materials like tile and galvanized screws.
The Freud LU80R010 is a professional-grade circular saw blade engineered for chip-free cuts on veneered plywood and melamine. Its Hi-ATB grind and Perma-Shield coating are standout features for finish work, though the full kerf and lack of user reviews are minor drawbacks. It is ideal for cabinetmakers requiring pristine edges on sheet goods.
The Freud LU85R010 is a premium 10-inch crosscutting blade engineered for ultra-precise cuts on hardwoods, softwoods, and laminates. It features advanced anti-vibration technology and specialized coatings to deliver glass-smooth finishes without sanding. While excellent for fine woodworking, it is not ideal for heavy ripping or thick stock due to its design constraints.
The RAGE255Blade is a 10-inch multi-purpose blade designed for cutting mild steel, aluminum, plastic, and wood with embedded nails. It offers significant speed advantages over abrasive discs but lacks a non-stick coating and has conflicting RPM data. It is best suited for DIYers and contractors using Evolution RAGE3 saws who require a versatile blade for various projects.
The Freud LU79R007 is a 7-1/4 inch thin-kerf circular saw blade designed for splinter-free cuts in veneered plywood, melamines, and laminates. It incorporates laser-cut anti-vibration slots and Perma-Shield coating to reduce drag and extend blade life. While highly effective for delicate materials, the lack of consumer reviews makes long-term reliability harder to verify.
The Freud LM72M010 is a heavy-duty rip saw blade designed for professional woodworkers requiring smooth, fast cuts in hardwoods and softwoods. Its Silver Ice coating and anti-vibration slots are key strengths, though the full kerf and weight are trade-offs for power users. It is best suited for gang-rip setups and table saws where speed and finish quality are prioritized.
The Skil SKIL 10" 28T Saw Blade is a carbide-tipped general-purpose circular saw blade designed as an upgrade for the SKIL TS6307-00 table saw. It features induction-hardened ATB teeth that last up to 60 times longer than standard steel blades, offering smoother finishes on rip and crosscuts. It is best suited for DIYers and light jobsite pros needing a budget upgrade for general-purpose ripping and crosscutting.
The Ryobi 18V carbide-tipped circular saw blade is an OEM replacement part designed for clean cuts in wood, featuring a thin kerf design. It is strictly compatible with the Ryobi 18V ONE+ ecosystem. It is best suited for DIY users and homeowners within the Ryobi tool family needing reliable replacement blades.
The Dremel MM501 is a carbide grit grout removal blade designed for oscillating multi-tools, engineered specifically to remove grout from between wall and floor tiles. It features a universal dual interface system that fits most major oscillating tool brands without requiring an adapter. It is best suited for professional tile contractors and DIY homeowners tackling tile repair.
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254 mm | — | 115 mm | 139.7 mm | — | 254 mm | 184.15 mm | — | 255 mmbest | 254 mm | 254 mm | 254 mm | |
15.875 mm | — | 22.23 mm | 9.525 mm | — | 15.875 mm | 15.875 mm | — | 25.4 mmbest | 15.875 mm | 15.875 mm | 15.875 mm | |
— | — | 11,000 RPM | 4,600 RPM | — | 7,000 RPM | 10,000 RPM | 21,000 RPMbest | 4,500 RPM | 8,000 RPM | 7,000 RPM | 7,000 RPM | |
28 | 8 | — | 18 | — | 60 | 60 | — | 28 | 24 | 80best | 80best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | — | 1.2 mmbest | — | — | 2.286 mm | 2.007 mm | — | 2 mm | 3.2 mm | 3.2 mm | 2.95 mm |
15 degrees | — | — | — | — | 15 degrees | -5 degrees | — | — | 20 degreesbest | 2 degrees | 10 degrees | |
305 mmbest | 33.02 mm | 114.3 mm | — | 31.75 mm | 256.54 mm | — | 67.82 mm | — | — | — | — | |
4 mm | — | 1.2 mm | 5.08 mmbest | 1.27 mm | 1.803 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.588 mm | — | 2.21 mm | 2.21 mm | 2.49 mm |
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Fit & Compatibility(3) | ||||||||||||
Diameter (mm) | 254 mm | — | 115 mm | 139.7 mm | — | 254 mm | 184.15 mm | — | 255 mm | 254 mm | 254 mm | 254 mm |
Arbor Size (mm) | 15.875 mm | — | 22.23 mm | 9.525 mm | — | 15.875 mm | 15.875 mm | — | 25.4 mm | 15.875 mm | 15.875 mm | 15.875 mm |
Compatible Materials | Wood, Plywood, Composites | High-strength alloys, cast iron, stainless steel | Ceramic, Porcelain, Granite, Marble, Concrete, Antique Brick | — | Metal, Wood, Ceramic, Plaster | Hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, chipboard, laminates, moldings | Plywood, Melamine, Laminates, Chipboard, Solid Wood | Grout | Mild Steel, Aluminum, Plastic, Wood | Hardwoods, Softwoods, Laminate, Plywood, OSB | Plywood, Melamine, Laminates, Chipboard, Moldings, Solid Wood | Hardwoods, Softwoods, Plywood, Laminate, Chipboard |
Dimensions(4) | ||||||||||||
Width (mm) | 305 mm | 33.02 mm | 114.3 mm | — | 31.75 mm | 256.54 mm | — | 67.82 mm | — | — | — | — |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 4 mm | — | 1.2 mm | 5.08 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.8034 mm | 1.6002 mm | 1.5875 mm | — | 2.21 mm | 2.21 mm | 2.49 mm |
Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Blade Length (mm) | — | 262.89 mm | 114.3 mm | — | 38.1 mm | 254 mm | — | 69.85 mm | — | — | — | — |
Product Basics(4) | ||||||||||||
Product Type | Circular Saw Blade | Reciprocating Saw Blade | Diamond Tile Blade | Circular Saw Blade | Carbide Flush Cutting Blades | Thin Kerf Fine Finish Crosscut Blade | Thin Kerf Plywood/Melamine Blade | Oscillating Multitool Blade | Multi-Purpose Circular Saw Blade | Heavy-Duty Rip Saw Blade | Plywood/Melamine Blade | Crosscutting Saw Blade |
Material | Carbide-tipped | Carbide | Metal alloy with diamond grains | Carbide | Carbide | TiCo™ HI-Density Carbide | Carbide | Carbide Grit | Tungsten Carbide Tipped | TiCo HI-Density Carbide | TiCo Hi-Density Carbide | Carbide |
Warranty | — | — | — | — | Product Defects Only | Freud Limited Tooling Warranty | Limited Tooling Warranty | — | No Warranty | Freud Limited Tooling Warranty | Freud Limited Tooling Warranty | Limited Tooling Warranty |
Weight (g) | 717 g | 45.36 g | 590.97 g | 0.28 g | 0.28 g | 775.65 g | 322 g | 49.9 g | 544 g | 885 g | 816.5 g | 680 g |
Cutting Performance(5) | ||||||||||||
Maximum RPM (RPM) | — | — | 11000 RPM | 4600 RPM | — | 7000 RPM | 10000 RPM | 21000 RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Number of Teeth | 28 | 8 | Unknown | 18 | — | 60 | 60 | — | 28 | 24 | 80 | 80 |
Kerf Width (mm) | mm | — | 1.2 mm | Thin Kerf mm | — | 2.286 mm | 2.0066 mm | — | 2.0 mm | 3.2 mm | 3.2 mm | 2.95 mm |
Hook Angle (degrees) | 15 degrees | — | Unknown degrees | — | — | 15 degrees | -5 degrees | — | — | 20 degrees | 2 degrees | 10 degrees |
Coating | Anti-stick | Perma-Shield | Extended performance diamond matrix coating | — | — | Perma-SHIELD™ Non-Stick | Perma-Shield | — | — | Silver Ice | Perma-Shield | Perma-Shield/Silver I.C.E. |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the TS6307-00 saw's rack-and-pinion fence and 25.5-inch rip capacity as pro features at a budget price, noting that the 28T blade upgrade improves cut quality over the stock blade. Skil emphasizes the ATB teeth for durable, accurate cuts, with no dedicated editor reviews found but positive nods for value in jobsite use.
Everyday users praise the TS6307-00 saw bundle for easy setup, portable folding stand, precise fence for 25.5" rips, and clean bevels (-2° to 47°). Blade durability is noted in upgrades, with general satisfaction regarding carbide performance. Recurring complaints include minor blade alignment tweaks needed post-installation and dust collection improvements despite the port.
“game-changer”
“Buttery smooth cuts on cherry and maple-no sanding needed”
“Revived my old 7.5 amp table saw-cuts like a beast”
Professional reviewers praise the Diablo Steel Demon series for its long-lasting carbide teeth and stable 1-inch height that enables clean cuts through most of the blade's life. Editors highlight superior cost-per-cut value, recommending it specifically for plumbers, electricians, MRO technicians, and remodeling professionals who frequently cut thick metals like conduit or high-strength alloys.
Everyday users describe the blades as a "game-changer" for heavy demolition tasks, citing extreme longevity that lasts through dozens of cuts where bi-metal blades fail quickly. Common praise focuses on fast performance in stainless steel and cast iron, while recurring minor complaints involve slightly rougher edges on initial passes in very thick stock.
Professional reviewers rank this blade as a top option, specifically highlighting it as the best choice for porcelain tile cutting.
Users consistently report high satisfaction with the blade's effectiveness on ceramic tiles and its minimal chipping performance.
No professional reviewer quotes, ratings, or analyses are available in the provided data.
No consumer praise, complaints, or feedback is summarized in the search results; however, Home Depot lists 154 Q&A for the PCL206K1 model indicating user engagement without summarized ratings.
Sources emphasize its high-performance carbide construction for 30X life and top speed/life in flush cuts on hard materials, positioning it as ideal for pros tackling renovations. Third-party lab tests confirm superior endurance and speed versus competitors.
Search results provide no direct consumer reviews, ratings, or feedback. Common praise and complaints cannot be detailed without user data.
Professional reviewers and editors consistently praise the Freud LU88R010 for its superior chip-free performance on hardwoods like oak and plywood.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the blade for producing buttery smooth cuts on hardwoods like cherry and maple, often noting that no sanding is required afterward.
Manufacturer and retailer descriptions emphasize its 'ultimate finish' quality, anti-vibration technology eliminating the need for stabilizers or scoring blades, and suitability for zero-clearance inserts.
Search results contain no consumer reviews, ratings, common praise, or recurring complaints. Product pages note write-review prompts but provide no submitted feedback.
Professional reviews and editor testing data are not available in the provided search results. However, official product descriptions emphasize that the blade is engineered to deliver smoothest and sharpest cuts specifically when paired with Evolution's 10-inch table saws and miter saws, suggesting strong integration within their proprietary tool ecosystem.
Users demonstrate strong satisfaction with a high aggregate rating across hundreds of reviews. The recurring theme indicates that the blade is highly reliable for its intended multi-material applications, effectively handling mixed materials on job sites without compromising cut quality or durability.
Manufacturer and retailer descriptions consistently position the Freud LU80R010 as a professional-grade tool, emphasizing its ability to produce chip-free edges and exceptional precision on sheet goods like plywood and melamine.
Search results contain no consumer reviews, testimonials, or forum discussions regarding this product.
Retailer descriptions characterize the blade as superior for achieving glass-smooth finishes on frames and moldings, attributing this performance to unique side-grinding teeth and anti-vibration slots.
Search results contain no consumer reviews, ratings, or testimonials from everyday users. While manufacturer claims suggest praise for smooth cutting performance on delicate materials, there is no recurring user feedback or specific complaints available to analyze.
